Fox is regarded as one of the giants when it comes to its suspension components for all kinds of off-road bikes. Whether it’s gravel or downhill, the brand has enjoyed a lengthy tenure as one of the go-tos, a pedigree that’s tough to reach. However, Fox is more than just mountain bike bouncers as the … Read more
Over the past two weeks, Switzerland hosted the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships. From locations such as Champery, Verbier, and Crans Montana, each brought huge excitement and some memorable results. Here’s how it all went down. “There will always be haters in life, though I think there is a shift for acceptance”: What happened to … Read more
Ride Concepts has quickly cemented itself as one of those go-to shoe brands, and while many of the shoes we’ve tested are good, they weren’t without the odd weak point. However, with its latest Hellion shoes, the brand has managed to pull off an excellent flat pedal shoe. Not only are they comfortable, but they … Read more
The Prestaflator GO is a compact electric inflator pump designed for easy use and quick inflation. It delivers a broad pressure range and competitive battery life, though its lack of an additional hose means it’s only compatible with Presta valves without a separate hose purchase. Muc-Off AirMach Pro Electric Mini Inflator review OneUp Components 70cc EDC … Read more
SKS’s latest track pump, the Rennkompressor NXT, is the next stage in SKS’s floor pump story. With it, the brand claims that tradition meets modern, and while it’s well made and can be packed down into a small footprint, the Rennkompressor NXT falls short of excellence in numerous ways – it’s not terribly stable, its gauge … Read more
Just nine women and 20 men lined up in Switzerland last week to contest the official UCI rainbow jersey races for the (supposedly) coveted e-MTB Cross Country World Championship titles, while just eight women and 23 men duelled it out for the official UCI E-MTB Enduro title races. They’re statistics that both disappoint, and make me feel … Read more
It took a little while for Yeti to jump on the e-mountain bike bandwagon, but back in 2021, the brand unveiled its entry into that very market, the 160E. Now with a lightweight, mid-power bike in the lineup, the brand has brought long-awaited updates to its e-enduro bruiser as well as a neat name change. … Read more
[Sponsored by Funn]Cycling is full of conflict. Whether it’s the wheel size debate, MTB vs e-MTB, or coil vs air, few make quite as big a difference to a whole riding style as clipless and flat pedals. One ties you to a bike mechanically, whereas the other provides superior freedom. Whether you’re firmly in the … Read more
After a relatively quiet spell in the gravel bike market, Whyte has returned with a new line-up, including the Verro. Marketed as a go-anywhere, do-it-all machine, it comes with mounts for almost every accessory you could need and a geometry designed to inspire confidence rather than intimidate. It’s a bike built for pushing limits, although … Read more
Just a couple of weeks back, our gravity-loving duo of Liam and Ty willingly hurled themselves into the deep end of cross-country racing when they took up the challenge of riding The RiftMTB Stage Race in Iceland, a place commonly known as ”The Land of Fire and Ice.” It was to prove a stunning yet brutal baptism … Read more
